INSTRUCTION MANUAL FOR DISHWASHERSPage 3 of 12GBMod.V~ Hz kW AS/NH2O kPa °C2.3 Electrical connectionx There must be an omnipolar type of main switchthat disconnects all contacts, including theneutral, with a distance of at least 3 mm betweenthe open contacts and with safety circuit breakertripping or connected with fuses, to be sized orcalibrated in conformity with the power indicated onthe machine’s data plate.x The main switch must be located on the electric lineclose to the installation, and it must serve only oneappliance at a time.x Electric network voltage and frequency must coincidewith those given on the data plate.x There must be an effective earthing system inconformity with the prevention standards in force foroperator and equipment safety.x The power supply cable (type H07RN-F only) mustnot be pulled or crushed during normal operation orroutine maintenance.x The unipotential terminal fastened to the body mustbe connected to a unipotential cable having a sectionsuited to the application.x Respect the polarities indicated in the wiringdiagram.x Consult that attached wiring diagram for additionalinformation.Do not use adaptors, multiple socket-outlets or cables of inadequate type and sectionor with extension connections not compliant with plant engineering standards inforce.2.4 Plumbing connectionThe appliance is to be connected to the water networkwith a hose. There must be a slide on-off, ball or gatevalve able to quickly and completely turn off the waterif necessary between the water network and theappliance’s solenoid valve. The on-off valve must be onthe line near and right before the appliance.x If the system is new or barely used, have the water run a long time before making theconnection.x The water supply, temperature and pressure must be compatible with what is indicated on themachine’s technical data plate.x If the water’s hardness is greater than 14 F (8 dH), we recommend you use the machine withinternal water softener (available on request). If the water’s hardness is greater than 35 F (19.5dH), we recommend you install an external water softener upline of the solenoid valve.